Successful businesses need exceptional talent — here’s how you can hire the best There’s no question that sourcing top talent is a critical priority for businesses — one that sets the stage for success. In fact, Steve Jobs once said that “[going] to exceptional lengths to hire the best people in the world” is the “secret to success.” From driving productivity to staying competitive, much hinges on the quality of your organization’s people. Yet, attracting and retaining the type of highly skilled team members you need is notoriously difficult. Talent and skill shortages plague many industries — particularly in high-skill fields like technology and healthcare — making the talent search long and costly.